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Minecraft Bedrock Mods: The Complete Add-On Guide

Bedrock Edition doesn't support Java-style mods, but it has a powerful add-on system that brings new mobs, items, mechanics and visuals to your world — on every platform, including consoles. Here's how to find, install and troubleshoot them.

What are Bedrock "mods"?

On Bedrock Edition, mods are officially called add-ons. They come in two flavours that often ship together:

• Behavior packs — change gameplay, mobs, AI, loot tables.
• Resource packs — change textures, models, sounds and UI.

Files end in .mcpack (one pack) or .mcaddon (a bundle of packs). Both install the same way.

Install on Windows 10 / 11

1. Download the .mcpack or .mcaddon.
2. Double-click the file. Minecraft launches and imports it.
3. Open or create a world → Edit → Behavior Packs / Resource Packs.
4. Tap Activate on the imported pack.
5. Enable Experimental Gameplay if the add-on requires it.

Install on Android & iOS

1. Download the file in your mobile browser.
2. Tap it and choose Open with Minecraft.
3. In-game, edit your world and activate the pack under Behavior Packs and Resource Packs.

Install on Xbox & PlayStation

Consoles can't sideload files directly. Two options:

• Marketplace add-ons — install official add-ons from the in-game store.
• Realms transfer — install the add-on on PC/mobile, upload your world to Realms, then join the Realm from your console.

Troubleshooting

• Pack greyed out: it was built for a newer Minecraft version. Update the game.
• Add-on does nothing: enable Experimental Gameplay and reload the world.
• Achievements disabled: normal — most add-ons disable achievements per-world.
• Crashes on load: too many packs stacked. Disable others to find conflicts.

Where to find quality Bedrock add-ons

Browse admin-vetted Bedrock-compatible packs and add-ons in our Minecraft catalog. Every listing is hand-checked, priced in BM Coins, and delivered through Discord.